What to do after completing first month of IAS prep as per best IAS Coaching in India

Every aspirant starts his or her IAS preparation with much enthusiasm. But often aspirants deviate from quality prep after a month or two. Either they lag behind, or get distracted, or are unable to grasp subjects at a quick pace- thereby failing to maintain a stringent learning routine. Chanakya’s top notch faculty shares 5 things to do after first month of IAS preparation -

1.       Go through IAS entrance syllabus one more.

Every IAS aspirant begins with a thorough understanding of the syllabus to prepare for IAS prelims and mains. However, after a month of preparation, the aspirant must revisit the syllabus to analyze how much of the syllabus he or she has completed, how many topics he or she is able to grasp properly, and how much more practice is needed to become proficient in the chapters or subjects already learned. Based on the outcomes, the aspirant can readjust or form new prep strategy for the next month. Chanakya IAS Academy, a leading IAS prep institute in North Delhi urges aspirants to follow this practice at the end or beginning of every month. This will help aspirants to cover all subjects extensively.

2.      Make newspaper- reading a part of your daily routine

Newspapers shouldn’t only be referred for current affairs, but also for understanding the socioeconomic status quo of our nation. For an aspiring bureaucrat, having a thorough understanding of it is mandatory. Chanakya IAS also recommends following multiple newspapers, and special IAS magazines

3.       Choose optional subject after careful consideration

The optional subject chosen carries a massive impression. In the final tally, it accounts for no less than 500 marks. Hence, any prior knowledge of the subject helps to a great extent. Basic interest in the subject, prior knowledge, quality study materials and detailed guidance help aspirant secure maximum marks in the optional subject. If an aspirant is unsure of the pros and cons of the subjects available as optional, the aspirant can consider discussing it with an IAS mentor. At Chanakya Institute, success guru A.K. Mishra personally counsels each aspirant to help them choose the optional subject.

4.       Choose right textbooks

There are multiple publication houses that publish study materials for IAS prelims, mains and interview prep. But not all of them are reliable. Apart from containing incorrect information, often low-standard study materials fail to incorporate updated information. Faculty at Chanakya Coaching not only share study materials that have top grade content quality, but they also share names of books, websites and magazines that are best for IAS prep. For best results, an aspirant must practice making notes while learning. Notes created in one’s own language act as a ready –reckoner for quick revisions.

5.       Practice answers

An aspirant must practice writing answers for two chief reasons. According to Chanakya IAS academy, an aspirant who practices writing answers on a regular basis is better at time management, rational thinking and interrelating concepts. Such aspirants are also better at recalling information within limited time. Practicing everyday one or two sets of combined long and short format questions increase both speed and accuracy, reduces spelling errors, miscalculations, incorrect information processing, etc. Above all, it helps aspirants get more clarity on the type of questions they can actually expect at IAS prelims and mains. Since, both UPSC prelims and mains are time-bound exams, hence, it is not expected from an aspirant to experiment with answers in the exam hall. Prep level should be such that an aspirant must not be surprised by a new pattern of question while taking the exams. Rigorous practice and dedication, hence, are the only way to crack IAS at first or second attempt.